Job Description

Key Areas of Responsibility (Answerable for the following end results)

• Support production in reducing / eliminating equipment and tooling downtime or scrap, utilizing good analytical methodologies.
• Create & maintain Process Flow, PFMEA, Standard Operating Procedures and Line Balance documentation.
• Meet or exceed labor content standards utilizing good assembly methodologies and ergonomics.
• Support and maintain error-proofing methodologies, cell layout enhancements and update Master CAD layouts.
• Support and develop department or maintenance projects / activities with good engineering direction. Take part or facilitate the team Lean strategies and methodologies and/or Six Sigma activities.
• Facilitate process/continued improvement.
• Support, cost estimate and document all engineering changes.
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems. Implement interim processes as required to correct or contain all non-conformances.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing/mechanical processes and equipment (PLC, torque tools and equipment).
• Document all activities as required.
• Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.
• Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.

Limits of Authority

• Advise Department Manager of those situations that may pose a significant risk to the program, product assurance, facilities, employee safety or customer satisfaction results.
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems.
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or system.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions thought the appropriate channels and verify implementation.
• Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
• Initiate project RFQ’s with supporting documentation to be signed.
• Quote / negotiate pricing and timing from vendors for equipment and tooling.
• Maintain and obtain approvals for facility layouts and process documentation.
• Assist and support project management timelines.

Basic Education, Experience And Skills Required

• 2-year minimum college education and 1 year of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Skills in labor analysis (time studies)
• AutoCAD experience
• PLC understanding
• Windows Applications (Excel, Word, Project, Management, PowerPoint)
• Good mechanical / technical skills
• Possess excellent leadership abilities, organizational and communication skills
• Able to maintain confidential information

Internal Training (Minimum Requirements)

• Dakkota Orientation
• Safety Training
• Dakkota Vision and Culture
• Departmental Training
• Process 07– Engineering Change
• Process 03 – Program and Process Development
• Process 13 – Maintenance and Facilities
• Change Control Database
• Process 06 – Dakkota Production System – Action Center
• Core Document Database
• Customer Specific Requirements and Deviation Procedures
• Company Training
• BOS Overview
• Information Technology
• Outlook
• Trans4M Overview
• Purchase Requisitions
• Quality Mission Statement
• Expense Reporting
• Travel Management System

Health, Safety and Physical Demand Requirements

• Normal amount of sitting and standing, average mobility to move around an office and plant environment, able to conduct normal amount of work on a computer.

Risks Associated with Job Function

• None

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 20% travel required
• Valid driver’s license required

Job Tags

Interim role, Work at office,

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